TPI
Private Sector Falling Behind on Information Sharing During Cyberattacks, Says Comcast Rep
Comcast’s Noopur Davis says cyber attackers share information better than the private sector.
Cybersecurity
The practice of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access, cyberattacks, or criminal activity. In today’s technological world, where much of one’s life is stored on digital devices, strong cybersecurity is essential.
Broadband Live
Broadband Breakfast on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, 12 Noon ET — Cybersecurity: Reviewing the Biden Administration’s Executive Order
The Executive Order may lead to sweeping changes in the way private companies report and share data regarding cyberbreaches.
Infrastructure
Mountain Connect Conference Kicks Off In Person Despite Virus Fears
Mountain Connect looks to determine if the industry still has the stomach for in-person interactions as infections rise.
FCC
Facebook, Google, Twitter Register to Lobby Congress on Section 230
Companies also want to discuss cybersecurity, net neutrality, taxes and privacy.
FBI
DOJ Official Supports Mandatory Breach Reporting
Proposed legislation would make it mandatory for companies to report cyberattacks.
Cybersecurity
House Energy Committee Approves Series of Cyber Bills to Improve Telecom Security
The committee approved five bills dealing with protecting networks and educating the public on cyberattacks.
Cybersecurity
Senator Recommends Mandatory Breach Reporting for Companies
Angus King, I-Maine, also said companies should go through hack testing to beef up security.
Cybersecurity
Companies Give Kudos to Amazon Web Services, As Competition in Cloud Security Heats Up
Experts praise Amazon’s cloud services, as competition in the space accelerates and as the feds tackle cybersecurity concerns.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Framework Between Countries Key to Combatting Cyberattacks, Conference Hears
Countries can work together to solidify defenses against cyberattacks, a conference heard.
Infrastructure
Experts Say Transatlantic Partnership is Essential to Secure Supply Chain for 5G Networks
Experts are calling for a transatlantic partnership to protect 5G infrastructure internationally.
Infrastructure
NTIA Broadband Map, Senators’ Cybersecurity Bill, U.S. and EU Reveal Transatlantic Council
The NTIA unveils new broadband map, a new cybersecurity bill against equipment buys, U.S. and EU partner on tech council.
Joe Biden
Commerce Department Commits to Funding Solutions to Technology Threats
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo said more funding will go toward cybersecurity concerns.
Infrastructure
Biden Executive Order on Chinese Investment Restrictions a ‘Policy Misstep,’ Says Huawei Official
A new White House order could further push Huawei and other Chinese firms to be more self-sufficient, executive says.
Infrastructure
Executive Order On Chinese Telecom, Twitter Banned In Nigeria, Top Court Rules On Anti-hacking Law
Biden signs order banning investments in 59 Chinese companies, Nigeria bans Twitter, top court rules on hacking.
Cybersecurity
Continued Funding From Congress Key For Government Cybersecurity, Expert Says
Efforts to shore up the security of government systems will require continued investment from Congress.
Infrastructure
Biden Prefers Trusted Vendors, FTC Sues Frontier, Charter RDOF Waiver, Internet Explorer On Way Out
Fed funding prioritizing trusted network supplies, Frontier sued for speed claims, Charter wants waiver on areas, Internet Explorer support ending.
